Sawn tropical wood (other species) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $10.1 million of sawn tropical wood (other species) in 2024 (744 tonnes). That is 37% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $16.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.1M | 744 t |
| 2023 | $7.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 10.9K t |
| 2021 | $9.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 7.1K t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 10.2K t |
| 2018 | $15.9M | 12.8K t |
| 2017 | $16.4M | 13.3K t |
Where South Africa imports sawn tropical wood (other species) from
The largest suppliers were Indonesia (47%), Gabon (22%), Cameroon (5%). Among the main suppliers, DR Congo grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $4.7M | 47% |
| Gabon | $2.2M | 22% |
| Cameroon | $534K | 5.3% |
| Brazil | $454K | 4.5% |
| DR Congo | $299K | 3% |
| Bolivia | $242K | 2.4% |
| Angola | $236K | 2.3% |
| Ghana | $202K | 2% |
| Malaysia | $184K | 1.8% |
| Chile | $182K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.52 per kg, 2500% above the world average of $0.52. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sawn tropical wood (other species) exports from South Africa
Exports of sawn tropical wood (other species) by South Africa reached $1.6 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mauritius accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa sawn tropical wood (other species) imports (HS 4407.29): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4407.29: Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn tropical wood (other species) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 744 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 173 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply sawn tropical wood (other species) to South Africa?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Gabon (22%) and Cameroon (5%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of sawn tropical wood (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.52 per kg in 2024, 2500% above the world average of $0.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sawn tropical wood (other species) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.4 million in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2017 at $16.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export sawn tropical wood (other species)?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritius, the Seychelles and Qatar. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species)?
The HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species) is subheading 4407.29. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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